Distribution Consulting Utility Forester
About The Position
We are currently looking to add a Distribution Utility Forester to our team! If you are an energetic professional who enjoys working outdoors, values the freedom of working independently, enjoys a fast-paced environment and the challenges of a rewarding profession, consider a career in vegetation management with ArborMetrics. Some of the most important characteristics of an AMS Distribution Utility Forester are a desire to learn, an ability to adapt, and a commitment to engage in safe, constructive interactions with the public. You are accountable for advancing a culture of safety and excellence while providing quality and value to our customers and clients.
Requirements
- Must be able to read maps and identify tree species and growth rates.
- Must be able to identify required removal and trimming work based on utility specifications.
- Must be able to work alone, and outdoors in various weather conditions and terrain.
- Must have exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, strong problem-solving and multi-tasking abilities, and show attention to detail.
- Must be able to adapt to change.
- Must have basic computer skills.
- Must pass a pre-employment drug test and a criminal background check.
- All candidates must possess a valid driver's license and have a good driving record.
Nice To Haves
- Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Forestry, Environmental Science, or related field preferred.
- Prior experience in Utility Vegetation Management or Forestry is preferred.
- Familiarity with GIS mapping programs is a plus.
- Familiarity with vegetation removal, utility line clearance, and utility vegetation methods and equipment.
- Certified ISA Arborist is a plus.
- Being Bi-Lingual (Spanish) is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Inspect and assess customer properties for trimming or removal of trees.
- Secure clear rights-of-way for new electric line and pole construction.
- Handle customer complaints related to scheduled trimming/removals and/or completed trimming/removals, including clean-up and property damage.
- Record, organize, and document associated vegetation work for later trimming and removal by a tree crew.
- May be asked to provide high-level cost and time estimates based on planned work.
- Audit tree contractor’s work for compliance with utility’s specifications.
- Operate system forestry computer programs and record systems.
- Communicate daily with the utility client, contractors, landowners, and the general public.
- Perform duties in a manner that will promote and maintain good public relations.
- Assume other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Benefits
- Industry competitive pay.
- Company vehicle with a fuel card to take to and from home & work.
- Medical/Health/Dental/Vision/VOYA/Vacation Accrual/Paid Holidays/EAP eligibility on day one of employment (Full-Time Employees).
- 401K, life insurance, long-term disability eligibility first of the month after 3 months of service.
- Sick Time eligibility on day 90 of employment.
- Weekly paychecks and direct deposit.
- Participation in the Employee Referral Program (must meet eligibility requirements).
- Boot and clothing program (company funded).
- Ongoing training and assistance with obtaining industry certifications.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
